Specialist Learning Courses
From vocational courses and qualifications in care work, Access to Higher Education, British Sign Language (BSL) and teacher training to specialist courses in speech therapy and courses for students with learning difficulties.
- Introduction to BSLCourse start date: Mon 19 Jun 2023 (and 3 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Pat ParkeInterested in learning British Sign Language? Learn some basic vocabulary and grammar, and decide if you want to progress to the level 1 qualification.Full fee £199.00 - Working with vulnerable children, young people and familiesCourse start date: Mon 5 Jun 2023
Location on this date: Online
Do you work with vulnerable children, young people and their families? Would you like to know what issues they may face and what support is available? Or are you interested in this field and feel you have something to contribute?
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £199.00 Senior fee £199.00 Concession £0.00 - Children and young people's mental healthCourse start date: Mon 5 Jun 2023
Location on this date: Online
The emotional health and well-being of children is just as important as their physical health and well-being. In 2016 10% of 5-16 years olds were diagnosed with a significant mental health illness. This course will introduce you to the concepts, impacts and approaches to supporting child and youth mental health. It is aimed at those working with children or interesed in the mental health of children and young people.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £199.00 Senior fee £199.00 Concession £0.00 - Level 1 community action/community project planningCourse start date: Mon 12 Jun 2023
Location on this date: Online
Do you have a great idea that could change your community? Would you like to help and inspire other people? This course is everything you need to start your own community action project. Delivered by an experienced project manager and community leader.Full fee £419.00 Senior fee £419.00 Concession £0.00 - Level 2 Understanding working with people with mental health issuesCourse start date: Mon 3 Jul 2023
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Do you currently work in the mental health field, or are you interested in getting into this area? This course will increase your understanding of mental wellbeing and mental ill health. You will investigate the common signs and symptoms of mental health issues as well as exploring the range of agencies involved in the sector. You will identify best practice in planning care that supports people holistically. The course is particularly useful if you are studying or hoping to work in support work, care work or mental health. Applications are encouraged from learners who have used support services or have experienced homelessness. On successful completion you will achieve the level 2 understanding working with people with mental health needs certificate.Full fee £599.00 Senior fee £599.00 Concession £0.00 - Lipreading 1:1 coachingCourse start date: Mon 26 Sep 2022
Location on this date: Blended (learn both online and in-person)
Tutors: Daryl JoyceIndividually tailored 1-1 lipreading coaching sessions. These can be taught at any level. Sessions normally last one hour. Timing and day can be flexible dependant on tutor availability. Fee of £59 is for one hour's tuition.
This course can be delivered face-to-face or online by arrangement with the lipreading department.
This course will be delivered online and in person. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £59.00 Senior fee £59.00 Concession £59.00 - Digital skills and Maths for deaf people: shopping and spending (pre-entry to Entry 1)Course start date: Mon 17 Apr 2023
Location on this date: Keeley Street
During the course you will develop skills in learning independently, communicating with your tutor and other students. You will develop your ability to use your own initiative, carry out research and complete tasks either independently or in collaboration with others.
The course is practical and the skills you learn can be used in everyday life situations. There are no exams to this course.
Free course: This is a Multiply course. Multiply is a new government programme to help adults improve their numeracy skills. This course is free for Londoners aged 19 or over if you don’t have a GCSE in maths at grade 4/C or equivalent.Full fee £0.00 Senior fee £0.00 Concession £0.00
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